SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN (SIJ)
Sacroiliac Joint Pain is one of the most common conditions an Osteopath sees. The sacroiliac joints (SIJ) are located adjacent to base of the spine and often causes a band like pain across the low back. Patients describe the pain from an ache to a sharp pain restricting many movements of the back and hips. Referral pain can be experienced into the posterior thigh mimicking sciatica and/or groin and testicles. Patients often complain of pain when changing position such as getting out of the car, going from sitting to standing and getting out of bed in the morning. Due to the position and tremendous torsion and stresses that travel through this joint, when it is injured, the individual can struggle to perform many day to day tasks. It is important to consult an Osteopath if you suspect a Sacroiliac joint injury as leaving it too long can further irritate the sacroiliac ligaments surrounding the joints, leading to more of a chronic problem with longer recovery time.
WHAT PRACTITIONER AT THE AARK CLINIC SHOULD I SEE?
We would highly recommend seeing an Osteopath for Sacroiliac Joint Pain. Find out more about Osteopathy or contact us for more information.
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AUTHOR: LLOYD TILNEY BOst PRINCIPLE OSTEOPATH AT THE AARK CLINIC
SITTING ON THE PROBLEM!
Do you carry your wallet in your back pocket? Do you have back pain?…..Is your wallet causing your back pain?
This condition has been named ‘Hip pocket syndrome’ or ‘wallet neuropathy’ Either way, for some of us, it’s a ‘pain in the back side, Literally!
Did you know that carrying a wallet in your back pocket can:
- Cause sciatic neuropathy (Pain, pins & needles, numbness and weakness down the back of the thigh, calf or foot).
- Unlevel the pelvis leading to postural adaptations
- Cause low back pain
- Cause upper back & neck pain
Many men still carry their wallet in their back pocket, and do not attribute their back ache or leg pain to their bulging wallet.
Infact, the wallet doesn’t even need to carry a great deal in order to upset the balance in the pelvis.Slight imbalances can lead to a scoliotic pattern forming, Piriformis muscle spasm, sciatic nerve impingement and direct sciatic nerve compression in the buttock, all potentially causing debilitating pain.
If this sounds like your pain, try removing your wallet when seated for two weeks and see if the symptoms dissipate!
Exercises to alleviate the symptoms
These simple stretches may help to alleviate your symptoms, if symptoms persist contact us at the Aark for an Osteopathic appointment. MARCH 21, 2014
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